Decryption assistance obligations require subscribers and computer-resource custodians to support lawful interception, with non-compliance punishable by imprisonment.

Controller-authorised interception may be directed to a Government agency where necessary or expedient for sovereignty or integrity, State security, friendly relations with foreign States, public order, or prevention of incitement to a cognizable offence. Subscribers and persons in charge of computer resources must provide facilities and technical assistance to decrypt information when called upon by the directed agency. Failure to provide decryption assistance is punishable with imprisonment extending to seven years.

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